Quote by W. R. [William Ralph] Inge

Worry is interest paid on trouble before it falls due.


Worry is interest paid on trouble before it falls due.

Summary

This quote means that worrying about something is like paying upfront for trouble that may or may not happen in the future. It suggests that worrying is a futile and unnecessary use of time and energy since one is essentially experiencing the negative emotions and stress even before the actual problem or trouble arises. It encourages individuals to focus on the present moment and to reserve their energy for dealing with actual challenges as they arise, rather than wasting it on unnecessary worry.

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Trouble Troubles
By W. R. [William Ralph] Inge
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